When to plant Calendula in Zone 2b
In Zone 2b, Calendula: direct sow outdoors around May 16–Jun 13; direct sow outdoors around Jul 7–Jul 21. Expect to harvest around Jul 5–Aug 2.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | May 16 – Jun 13 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Jul 7 – Jul 21 |
| Harvest | Jul 5 – Aug 2 |
| Harvest | Aug 26 – Sep 9 |
Tip: Cool-season and edible; deadhead often and it'll bloom from spring into fall.
Zone 2b averages a last spring frost around May 30 and a first fall frost around Sep 1. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 2b calendar in the tool →